Compliance and Privacy Analyst

The Compliance and Privacy Analyst conducts, analyzes, designs, implements, and administers the ongoing development of the Compliance and Privacy Program education, training, policies and procedures. Collects Compliance and Privacy data; performs report writing and analytics, conducts company Compliance and Privacy activities, implements Compliance efforts and regulatory compliance through monitoring regulatory changes. Contributes to general incident management. Develops, and coordinates departmental projects and initiatives.

This is a hybrid position which requires in-person meetings at our Irvine headquarters 2-3 times per month.

Hiring Range: $80K - $90K

• Leads and promotes learning in others by building relationships with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Communicates relevant Compliance and Privacy information to associates and provides advice to drive projects forward; Provides risk mitigation feedback to others, including upward feedback to leadership; creates and executes plans to capitalize on strengths and help develop solutions to potential Compliance and Privacy risks.
• Partners with internal stakeholders (employees) and external stakeholders (regulators and auditors). Applies established regulations and standards to Compliance efforts; designs, develops, and executes strategic Compliance initiatives; analyzes regulations and regulatory changes and their application to operations and documents Compliance activities.
• Leads compliance reporting efforts by evaluating and summarizing compliance data, audits information, and potential risks and mitigation; identifies and reports key compliance drivers, liabilities, and performance indicators (for example, adherence to standards, incorporation of new regulations) to management and develops presentations to convey key findings to management and other key stakeholders.
• Collaborates with Compliance and Privacy leadership to conduct routine auditing and monitoring. Independently analyzes moderate to complex Compliance and Privacy incidents and leads investigations of Privacy breaches.
• Contributes to the new associate training; also leads and provides remedial, Compliance and/or Privacy trainings. Maintains and updates training materials as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in related area or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required
• JD is a plus
• Healthcare Compliance certification is a plus
• Certification In Privacy is a plus

EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of relevant overall experience is required
• 2-3 years of related Compliance, Privacy, and Healthcare Regulatory experience is required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to Privacy and Information Security.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and ability to recognize sensitive issues and practice discretion.
• Ability to serve as a valuable team member and work cooperatively with others while advocating for best Compliance & Privacy practices.
• Productive in work volume, speed, quality, and consistency.
• Highly motivated, proactive, self-starter, highly organized, detail and results-oriented individual, capable of effective planning and priority setting for successful implementation with a commitment to high-quality results.
• Adapts to competing demands and new responsibilities.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and data presentation skills, with an eye for detail and aptitude for translating data or complex findings into conclusions, sound recommendations, and solutions.
• High level of independent thinking, problem solving, and analysis, with the ability to carry out responsibilities under general supervision.
• Ability to adapt to and learns from changes and feedback.
• Ability to cultivate strong cross-functional relationships and effectively communicate technical concepts to functional business partners. Ability to interact with a variety of stakeholders, departments, and outside vendors. Confident working with individuals at different levels of the organization.
• Proven project management skills and the ability to take initiative and see projects through to completion on deadline.
• Ability to set priorities and work well under pressure to meet deadlines, demonstrate flexibility, and handle multiple and competing responsibilities, set goals, prioritize tasks and identify resources.
• Knowledge of data management and documentation methods required in Compliance and Privacy.
• Knowledge of Vendor Management risk and mitigation.
• Ability to work independently, as well as in teams, to gather, analyze, and report on information pertaining to the development, organization and/or completion of special projects and presentations.
• Possesses strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Presents a professional demeanor in interactions with internal and external customers.
• Exhibits emotional intelligence.
• Independently seeks out resources/training to learn new skills and procedures to maintain currency in position.
• Must pass all drug testing required by ESSC and if required, a post-offer physical evaluation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation, per Easterseals of Southern California and/or program requirements.